The W.O. Frohring Family Resource Center

Part of Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital, this center has a resource library with information on parenting, breastfeeding, sibling relationships and much more. Materials may be borrowed for a limited time within the hospital, and copying services are available.

Patients who have recently given birth at MacDonald Women’s Hospital find the library to be an excellent source on topics relating to newborns and their parents. The Frohring Family Resource Center supports a caring and effective partnership between families and their healthcare team by providing general assistance on baby care and health-related issues. You can learn more about the Center on the Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital website. Community residents are also welcome to visit or call the center for information.

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C1 esterase inhibitor (C1-INH) is a protein found in the fluid part of your blood that controls C1, the first component of the complement system. The complement system is a group of proteins that move freely through your bloodstream. The proteins work with your immune system and play a role in the development of inflammation. There are nine major complement proteins. They are labeled C1 through C9.This article discusses the test that is done to measures the amount of C1-INH in your blood.See also:ComplementComplement component 3 (C3)Complement component 4 (C4)CH50CH100
Review Date: 5/27/2007

C1 esterase inhibitor (C1-INH) is a protein found in the fluid part of your blood that controls C1, the first component of the complement system. The complement system is a group of proteins that move freely through your bloodstream. The proteins work with your immune system and play a role in the development of inflammation. There are nine major complement proteins. They are labeled C1 through C9.This article discusses the test that is done to measures the amount of C1-INH in your blood.See also:ComplementComplement component 3 (C3)Complement component 4 (C4)CH50CH100
Review Date: 2/3/2009

CA-125 is a test used to evaluate ovarian cancer treatment.
Review Date: 11/9/2007

CA-125 is a test used to evaluate ovarian cancer treatment.
Review Date: 6/10/2008

Caffeine is a substance that exists naturally in certain plants. It can also be produced synthetically and used as an additive in food products. It is a central nervous system stimulant and a diuretic.
Review Date: 8/6/2007

Caffeine is a substance that exists naturally in certain plants. It can also be produced synthetically and used as an additive in food products. It is a central nervous system stimulant and a diuretic.
Review Date: 5/2/2009

This is poisoning from large amounts of caffeine.
Review Date: 4/4/2006

Caffeine is a substance that exists naturally in certain plants. It can also be produced synthetically and used as an additive in food products. It is a central nervous system stimulant and a diuretic, which means it increases urination.Caffeine overdose occurs when someone accidentally or intentionally takes more than the normal or recommended amount of this medication.This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Review Date: 2/3/2009

This article describes poisoning caused by eating parts of the Caladium plant and other plants belonging to the Araceae family.
Review Date: 10/24/2007

This article describes poisoning caused by eating parts of the Caladium plant and other plants belonging to the Araceae family.This is for information only and not for use in the treatment or management of an actual poison exposure. If you have an exposure, you should call your local emergency number (such as 911) or the National Poison Control Center at 1-800-222-1222.
Review Date: 2/17/2009

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